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CBG neck bending

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BrianQ. replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

Apr 4, 2020

Tom T replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

"Like some others here I'm not familiar with the term "elbpw" as it relates to guitar necks. Is that the area where the neck enters the box and is commonly the area where the neck steps down by gluing a second 3/4" thick piece on…"

Apr 3, 2020

Taffy Evans replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

"I never thought of that, like you say pics would help. Taff"

Apr 3, 2020

BrianQ. replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

Apr 3, 2020

Taffy Evans replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

"Hi again, having re-read your account I see you refer to an "elbow", I did not know what this was, but thinking about it I thought that may be the heal is what you were referring to. If this is the case and there is bowing on necks without…"

Apr 3, 2020

BrianQ. replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

Apr 3, 2020

Taffy Evans replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

"Hi, also your choice of fretboard may contribute to the problem. A hardwood is the proffered timber as it resists bending by adding stiffness to the neck, and more wear resistant from finger contact, and lastly it has a better holding ability for…"

Apr 3, 2020

Keith Rearick replied to Simon Benoit's discussion CBG neck bending

"In the necks, which way is the grain running? If side to side, wood will do that a lot easier. You want the grain to run upwards. But did you cut out some of the neck, in the box? If so, try adding another piece of fret board, in under it, to help…"

Apr 3, 2020

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CBG neck bending

Hi all,I built a few guitars in the last 2 years and noticed three of them started bending. Two of them are "Neck Thru" design and are the worst. The third is "Hollow Body", not that bad but it's a more recent build. They are still playable but they are harder to play as the string are getting farther from the neck.For their necks I used either red oak or white maple. 1 5/8 inches (width) X 3/4 inches (thick). Bought directly from the hardware store.Fingerboard is made of 1/4 inch (thick) …See More

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How did you learn about Cigar Box Nation?: Youtube tutorials - Del Pucket - Shane Speal - Glenn Watt...

How many instruments have you built so far?: 5

What do you find most interesting about cigar box guitars? (If you do not enter something meaningful here, your membership may be rejected).: Building something that is as beautiful as fun to play. Mixing skills to make every instrument unique. Using newly learned techniques to complete projects. Recycling unused objects/hardware into pieces of art...

Love to round necks, carve headstocks and stain wood. I especially like 3 strings Cigar Box Guitars and have a taste for collector/special edition boxes.

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At 10:46am on September 5, 2019, Uncle John said…: Hi Simon. It is good to have you for a CBN friend. I liked your guitars, picks and stand.

At 6:03am on September 5, 2019, Bob "Ambrose" Negus said…: Hi Simon. A pleasure to be your friend. You have an eye for design and style. Your builds have character.

Regards, Bob.

At 11:36pm on September 2, 2019, KOOL DOG HOOCH said…: Once again welcome! Every time I start a new project I feel like a beginner. I like it that way, because I always look for mistakes that can easily become routine. You and about 10,000 other builders myself included are looking for those special box's, the Holy Grail of CBGs.

At 10:25am on August 12, 2019, KOOL DOG HOOCH said…: I would like to welcome you into the asylum. You will find valuable resources, tips and secrets whether you are building for the first time or an old pro at it. Don't be shy about posting a question or a comment. We are all here to help each other! So once again welcome! BTW I'm a newbie myself and let me say everyone is a friend!

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